Nothing is more satisfying than painting your room. The task of colouring walls as per your wish is both creative and amusing. After all, it’s effortless, inexpensive, and all your issues with your home decor can be fixed with a little more colour. Nonetheless, experienced painters have developed some fundamentals of painting which should be acknowledged before picking up the brush. Plan to perfect Before doing anything else, you must develop an image of your room painted with the colours of your choice in mind. It will allow you to decide the correct colour combination for your room. Don’t limit your thoughts to create a socially acceptable colour scheme. It’s…

Minimalistic living has become a viral craze, especially among the millennial generation. Thus, the concept of “less is more” has developed into an exclusive form of interior decoration. But minimalism is more than blank designs and neutral colors. Today we will be learning about the meaning of living in a minimalistic home. First of all, let’s discuss the fundamentals of minimum decoration. Less furniture Rooms that follow the rules of minimalism only contain basic furniture items. For instance, a typical living room in a minimalistic home will have a coffee table, a couch, a couple of lamps, a TV, and an unimposing entertainment stand. Whereas, a bedroom will only feature…

Furniture is important for your house, and you should be pretty specific about its attributes. On the one hand, buying a new furniture is the obvious decision for any new homeowner but on the other vintage furniture is also a great decision. Today we will be acknowledging the legitimate reasons behind buying old furniture. It’s light on the pocket One of the other way people get obliged to pay a fortune over new furniture. However, vintage furniture provides the same quality, sometimes better, without causing a big hole in your finances. Normally, you will find an old furniture piece that has been refurbished to look great. Also, old school craftsmanship…

Lighting is important as it provides the necessary finishing. It can create a specific atmosphere just by regulating fixtures and locations. Moreover, proper lighting can dramatically improve the look of your home- be it a bedroom, dining room, or living room. Manufacturers continue to innovate and keep coming up with new and advanced lighting options to beautify your home experience. Thus, it is essential to know about the latest trends in the world of interior lighting. Soft gold finish Soft colors have become the ideal lighting among interior designers. Shades of grey have taken over the loud and warm highlights that used to populate our homes. In respect to contemporary…

Renovations can be stressful, especially when they disrupt your daily routine. The trouble of re-styling a home is never easy, and many people quit under the pressure of giving an appreciable look to their rooms. As a veteran DIY enthusiast, I have compiled a list of tips that will help you in staying sane while decorating your home from scratch. Be rational about the budget People living alone tend to overthink about the financial setbacks experienced in a renovation project. Likewise, couples find themselves arguing over money-related issues amidst the stress of renovating their home. Be confident enough to discuss your budgetary limitations and possibilities with your partner. If you…

Physical strength and a rigorous cleaning routine don’t help when it comes to cleaning a leather sofa. There are numerous ways a leather sofa can get spoiled, and without adequate knowledge, the chances of a blunder are really high. Hence, you must know about the correct technique of cleaning the sofa. To start with, you will need distilled water, soft rags, linseed oil, commercial leather conditioner, a vacuum cleaner with soft-brush attachment, white vinegar, 2 buckets, a spray bottle, and liquid moisturizing body soap. Before anything else, you will have to vacuum the couch to remove loose dirt, dust, and debris with a soft brush attachment. While using the vacuum…

Don’t even think about making the right impression on your guests if you don’t know how to buy furniture. Whether it is made of wood, metal, or plastic, furniture is the focal point of any room. Get this feature wrong, and your whole décor ideas go for a toss. If you are serious about making your home look good and trendy, try one of these amazing furniture trends. Oxidized Oak It’s time to let go of the old furniture and buy some oxidized oak. In contrast to the original white oak, our first entry on the list looks rich and fashionable at the same time. Manufacturers are adding more cabinets…

Dining rooms have undergone numerous makeovers with every new interior designing trends taking over the stage now. They have given us reasons to explore our creativity in a way we couldn’t imagine before. But, the fundamentals of an awesome looking dining room have never changed. Let us explore the essential elements that create a perfect hub for our guests. Drapery According to my experience, drapery is the most elegant element in a dining room. The decoration gives a complete and smooth look to the room while softening the wall edges. Due to the smoothness, a dining room feels more comfortable, especially on holidays. You can either cover the whole window…

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Joe Stewart

Hey, Joe here! I'm a home improvement enthusiast with a knack for DIY. It all started with my wife asking me to knock up some flatpack furniture, and now our entire home is purpose-built by me personally! I hope that you can make the home of your dreams with some of my tutorials and tips!